Focused scientific service

Molecular Bird Sexing

A focused molecular-testing route for bird-sex determination, separate from general veterinary services.

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Parrot for molecular bird sexing

DNA-based sex determination

A molecular route for bird-sex determination

Many bird species cannot be reliably sexed by appearance. Molecular methods determine sex from a DNA sample.

This route is offered as a focused molecular test and is not a general veterinary diagnostic service.

[TO CONFIRM: accepted sample types, species covered, collection instructions, turnaround time and price.]

How the service works

From sample to result

Details are confirmed when you enquire.

01

Sample Collection

Guidance on collecting a suitable sample.

  • [TO CONFIRM: sample types]
  • Collection guidance
  • Labelling and packaging
02

Sample Submission

How to send or bring samples to Aurum.

  • [TO CONFIRM: drop-off / shipping]
  • Submission form
  • Sample identification
03

Molecular Testing

DNA extraction and PCR-based sex determination.

  • DNA extraction
  • PCR-based testing
  • Quality controls
04

Results

Clear reporting of the result for each bird.

  • [TO CONFIRM: report format]
  • [TO CONFIRM: turnaround time]
  • Follow-up questions

How projects move forward

A practical five-step workflow

A simple process from enquiry to result.

Enquiry

Contact us with the species and number of birds.

Instructions

Receive sample-collection and submission guidance.

Submission

Send or deliver the samples.

Testing

Molecular testing in the laboratory.

Results

Receive the result for each bird.

Request bird sexing

Tell us the species and number of birds and we will send sample-collection instructions and a quotation.

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